• Thursdays on the Dock – Eight to the Bar

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    CANCELLED DUE TO BAND MEMBER WITH COVID Thursdays on the Dock Eight to the Bar Thursday, September 1, 2022 5:30 - 7:30 pm Thursdays on the Dock has been a shoreline staple since 2009. 13 years in and we are […]

  • Kelsey Wentling – 2022 Lecture Series

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Wednesday, September 14, 2022 Virtual Lecture 6:00 pm $5.00 for CRM Members $10.00 for Non-Members   Kelsey Wentling, River Steward, Connecticut River Conservancy Water Quality in the CT River: what is it and how is it measured?   RESERVE YOUR […]

  • Indigenous Connecticut River Celebration

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Saturday, September 17 10:00 am to 4:00 pm   A Day of Stories and Song With The Nehantic and The Abenaki FREE Outdoor Event centered on Indigenous arts, traditions, stories, and language at the Connecticut River Museum. Programming Highlights Nehantic […]

  • Dogs on the Docks 2022

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Sunday, October 9, 2022 1:00 - 3:00 pm The waterfront lawn of the Connecticut River Museum “goes to the dogs” with the Dogs On The Dock parade and competition. Dog owners and dog lovers alike are invited to attend rain […]

  • Lighthouse Cruise to Old Saybrook

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    RiverQuest River Cruise Lighthouses in Old Saybrook Monday, October 10 10:00 am to 12:00pm $45.00 All guests Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise down the Connecticut River to view the Inner and […]

  • James Zug – First Descent of Connecticut River

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Tuesday, October 18, 2022 Live Event with Book Signing 6:00 pm Free for CRM Members $5.00 for Non-Members   James Zug, Author, American Traveler: The Life and Adventures of John Ledyard RESERVE YOUR SEAT   CRM Talks Speaker Series: James […]

  • Sunset Foliage Cruise

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    RiverQuest Sunset Foliage Cruise Sunday, October 23 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm $36.00 Members $40.00 Non-Members Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for a relaxing cruise on the Connecticut River. Enjoy the vibrant colors of the […]

  • Halloween Fun Kids’ Cruises

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    RiverQuest Halloween Fun Kids' Cruises Saturday, October 29 10:00 am to 11:00 am AND 11:30 am - 12:30 pm $20.00 per Adult $15.00 per Child Join us aboard RiverQuest departing from Steamboat Dock in Essex for Halloween fun! Every child […]

  • Essex Ed Meet the Author

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Tuesday, November 8 1:30 pm Essex Ed's Groundhog Day Parade by Susan Cornell Meet the Author! Join us for a children’s read-aloud and book signing with Sue Cornell, the author of Essex Ed. Enjoy viewing the original artwork included in […]

  • Erik Hesselberg – Night Boat to New York

    Connecticut River Museum 67 Main Street, Essex, CT, United States

    Tuesday, November 15, 2022 Live Event and Book Signing 6:00 pm Free for CRM Members $5.00 for Non-Members   Erik Hesselberg, Author: Night Boat to New York Steamboats on the Connecticut, 1815–1931   RESERVE YOUR SEAT Join us for an […]